How to Pronounce "sorrow"
word
/ˈsɑɹoʊ/
SAH-roh
/sˈɒɹəʊ/
SO-roh
Definition
A deep feeling of sadness, especially caused by loss, disappointment, or suffering. It can describe both personal emotion and the sadness expressed in art, music, or writing.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɑɹoʊ/
British English
/sˈɒɹəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAH-roh
UK
SO-roh
Listen in Context
Her face showed great sorrow after the news.
He spoke with sorrow about his lost dog.
The song is full of sorrow.
She tried to hide her sorrow, but you could hear it in her voice.